Publications

Journal

Wood Wise – iconic oak

The summer 2019 issue of Wood Wise tells the story of oak – of its role in British culture, as a haven for wildlife, and the threats it faces.

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Research report

The state of Scotland’s rainforest

A research report by the Atlantic Woodland Alliance reviewing the latest evidence on the condition of and threats to Scotland’s temperate rainforest woodlands.

PDF (3.86 MB)

Practical guidance

Assessing ammonia impacts on ancient woodland

A technical advice note on assessing the impact of new developments on nearby ancient woodland in terms of ammonia air pollution and nitrogen deposition.

PDF (2.08 MB)

Research report

Agroforestry for pest control and pollination

A PhD research project, supported by the Woodland Trust, is investigating how insects and other wildlife in agroforestry affect pest control and pollination.

PDF (1.79 MB)

Journal

Wood Wise – future forests

The spring 2019 issue of Wood Wise focuses on what needs to be done to manage the UK’s woods to nurture healthy, resilient wooded landscapes of the future.

PDF (5.78 MB)

Practical guidance

Ancient woodland restoration survey and assessment

Practical guidance on surveying and assessment when restoring ancient woodland, including why we need to assess remnant features, threats, prioritising action and monitoring.

PDF (3.24 MB)

Practical guidance

Ancient woodland restoration – halting further decline

Practical guidance on halting further decline when beginning ancient woodland restoration, including first aid techniques for the most critically threatened areas.

PDF (4.70 MB)

Practical guidance

Residential developments and trees guide for planners and developers

A guide for developers and planners on the importance of trees and green spaces in housing developments and how to integrate them into the design process.

PDF (1.89 MB)

Journal

Wood Wise – reintroducing lost species

The autumn 2018 issue of Wood Wise looks at the species reintroductions for conservation, focusing on a number of projects happening across the UK.

PDF (2.57 MB)

Journal

Wood Wise – EU-exit impacts

The summer 2018 issue of Wood Wise looks at key areas of UK environmental legislation and protection that will be affected by leaving the EU.

PDF (6.56 MB)